Little North Santiam Parking Fees
Anthony Boesen writes to inform us that Marion County has imposed parking fees for roadside locations along the Little North Santiam River. This, of course, affects not only boaters, but other users of the river corridor, as well.

Fees have apparently applied since May, (water levels don’t support summer boating, so this might have escaped most boaters’ notice), and are said to be $5 per day or $30 for a yearly permit. Collection boxes have been installed to accept payment for daily use. Presumably, contacting the county is the avenue to obtaining a yearly permit.

Illuminata Regatta
Salem’s 13th annual Illuminata Regatta, where paddlecraft adorned with Christmas-themed lights and decorations ply the Willamette Slough along Riverfront Park, is scheduled for December 16, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m., at the park.

Agricultural Nitrate: A Global Timebomb Revealed
The nitrates used to grow crops have seeped into the soil and rocks that shelter our aquifers. The looming threat of contamination, and its environmental consequences, have caused researchers to label the problem the “nitrate timebomb”. The BBC provides the story: http://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-41945650

New Migraine Therapy “Huge Deal”
Encouraging news for migraine sufferers comes from a study of newly-developed antibody treatments for the affliction. Many were able to cut the incidence of their attacks by half. The BBC has the story: http://www.bbc.com/news/health-42154668

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January 1
Willamette River, Wallace Park to Keizer Rapids – Class A+ – length 3.5 miles
Ring in the New Year right, with a quick run on our local, major river. It will probably be cold, so bring plenty of gear and provisions. Getting even light hypothermia this time of year can lead to real consequences.
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